21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Culver, Rheumatologist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Brent Culver, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Culver graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital. Dr. Culver is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Culver’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Culver’s office at (831) 423-4111.
Where did Dr. Culver go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Scripps Clinic
Residency: Scripps Mercy Hospital
Medical School: University of California | Albany Medical College of Union University
Is Dr. Culver board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Brent Culver, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Culver speak?
Dr. Culver and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Culver treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Culver diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Culver. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Vasculitis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
- Blood Vessel Inflammation
- ANCA Vasculitis
- Angiitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
- I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
- Gouty arthritis
- Uric acid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
- M1000: Idiopathic gout, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Primary Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1991: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Which procedures does Dr. Culver perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Brent Culver may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Culver's office.
Does Dr. Culver accept my insurance?
Dr. Culver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 423-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Culver accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Culver in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AgeWell
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Community Health Network
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Culver's office located?
What is Dr. Culver's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Culver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023086410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Culver?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Culver
What is Dr. Brent Culver's specialty?
Dr. Culver is a Rheumatologist near Santa Cruz, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Culver to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brent Culver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Culver is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Sutter Solano Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Brent Culver accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brent Culver is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Culver offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Culver's office at (831) 423-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Culver?
Please contact Dr. Culver's office at (831) 423-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Culver have?
Dr. Brent Culver is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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